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Woodward, Inc.

Aerospace Software Embedded Engineering Director

niles, OH

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Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $184,000 (minimum) - $230,000 (midpoint) - $276,000 (maximum)

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) & Annual Time Based Equity (Stock)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Ready to Lead and Innovate?

If you’re a visionary Director of Engineering with a passion for software and a drive to shape the future of aerospace technology, this is your opportunity to make an impact at a global scale.

As Director of Engineering , you’ll lead a high-performing organization that designs, develops, and sustains cutting-edge products and systems for commercial aerospace. Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering, you’ll set the strategic direction, influence technical excellence, and guide a global team of 80+ talented software engineers. Your leadership will ensure compliance with the most rigorous standards—DO-178 DAL A and MIL-STD-882—while fostering innovation and breakthrough solutions.

Why This Role Matters

Shape the Future: Drive systemic improvements and establish a strong design culture that delivers world-class, compliant products.

Lead at Scale: Mentor and inspire a global team, championing career growth and aligning engineering excellence with organizational goals.

Strategic Influence: Own product roadmaps, budgets, and infrastructure planning while representing the company at industry events and shaping competitive strategies.

Innovate Relentlessly: Apply Design for Six Sigma, lean principles, Novel Agile Methodologies, and cutting-edge methods to eliminate waste and accelerate innovation.

What You’ll Bring

Proven leadership in software engineering and organizational management.

Expertise in aerospace development standards and quality systems.

Strong technical depth combined with financial acumen and market insight.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder influence skills.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to leave your mark on the next generation of aerospace technology while leading a team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., ‘Green Card holder’), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

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Worksite address

niles, OH, 44446, US

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